Signs Your Teen Needs Counselling | Does My Teen Need Help?
You might be wondering, “does my teen need counselling?” If you’ve started noticing changes in their behaviour, mood, or confidence, there are some common signs to look out for that may indicate your teen may benefit from counselling.
- Demonstrates excessive worry about the future
- Losing interest in activities that previously brought them pleasure
- Isolating from family/friends
- Sleep difficulties and/or loss of appetite
- Talks about or engages in self-harm
- Making statements like “I wish I wasn’t here”
- Expressing hopelessness and worries about the future
- Stops going to school
- Feelings of anxiety
- Feeling bad about him/herself. Lack of confidence/self-esteem
- Talks about suicide
